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London Eye and Thames River Cruise with cityscape view, London, UK.
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Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on the Thames River in London, showcasing iconic landmarks like the London Eye and Big Ben
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London Sightseeing Cruise: Flexible Tickets
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4.2
Rated 4.17 out of 5.0 from 42 ratings.
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Passengers enjoying a Thames River Sightseeing Cruise, with a view of the iconic London skyline from Westminster to the Tower Bridge
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London Sightseeing Cruise: Westminster to Greenwich
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4.3
Rated 4.3 out of 5.0 from 3424 ratings.
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Exterior view of the London Eye
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Combo (Save 10%): London Eye + Thames River Cruise + Tower of London Tickets with Access to Crown Jewels
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4.3
Rated 4.35 out of 5.0 from 14685 ratings.
£84.97
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Big Bus London
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Big Bus: London Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour with Thames River Cruise
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4.2
Rated 4.15 out of 5.0 from 1716 ratings.
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FRIENDS™ Experience set replica with London sightseeing cruise boat on the Thames River.
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3.9
Rated 3.93 out of 5.0 from 158 ratings.
£40
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Tower Bridge and River Thames view, London Explorer Pass by Go City, select 2-7 attractions.
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London Explorer Pass by Go City: Choose 2 to 7 Attractions
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4.2
Rated 4.23 out of 5.0 from 1228 ratings.
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Thames River cruise boat passing under London Bridge with city skyline in background.
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City Sightseeing: London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise
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3.6
Rated 3.64 out of 5.0 from 344 ratings.
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Woman enjoying 2-course meal on Thames River Lunch Cruise
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Thames River Lunch Cruise with 2-Course Meal, Coffee & Tea
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4.5
Rated 4.48 out of 5.0 from 1069 ratings.
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London HOHO bus
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(Limited Time: Get 24 Hours Free) Golden Tours: London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise
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4.4
Rated 4.36 out of 5.0 from 1965 ratings.
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Passengers enjoying a Thames River Evening Cruise with sunset views, sipping sparkling wine and eating canapés on the deck
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Thames River Evening Cruise with Sunset Views, Sparking Wine & Canapés
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Visitors enjoying Shrek’s Adventure! London Tickets, a popular family-friendly attraction in the heart of London
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The London Pass® by Go City: Choose 1 to 10 Days
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4.4
Rated 4.41 out of 5.0 from 1335 ratings.
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Houses of Parliament from Uber Boat By Thames Clippers Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
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Thames River Uber Boat Tour
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Tourists enjoying a London Cruise with a view of the Tower of London, offering exclusive access to the Crown Jewels
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4.3
Rated 4.35 out of 5.0 from 14355 ratings.
£48.30
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Group enjoying a Thames River Evening Cruise with sunset views, sipping sparkling wine and eating canapés on the boat deck
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Thames River Afternoon Cruise with Tea & Scones
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4.5
Rated 4.45 out of 5.0 from 1315 ratings.
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Tower Bridge and River Thames cruise with engine room entry, London.
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4.5
Rated 4.47 out of 5.0 from 882 ratings.
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Tourists enjoying the Tootbus: London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, passing iconic landmarks in London with optional evening tour available
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Tootbus: London Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour with Thames River Cruise
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Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on the Thames River with iconic London landmarks in view
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Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on River Thames
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3.7
Rated 3.69 out of 5.0 from 54 ratings.
£13.50
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From London: Luxury Escorted Paris Day Trip with Lunch on the Eiffel Tower
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London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise
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Frameless London Immersive Art Experience and Thames River Sightseeing Cruise from Westminster Tickets
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4.5
Rated 4.45 out of 5.0 from 1902 ratings.
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Harry Potter film locations tour in London with Thames River cruise view.
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Harry Potter Film Locations Walking Tour with Thames River Cruise
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Rated 4.45 out of 5.0 from 668 ratings.
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Heathrow Express One-Way Tickets with Big Bus London Hop on Hop off city tour
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4.2
Rated 4.19 out of 5.0 from 5690 ratings.
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Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, River Thames cruise boat, and London Eye in background.
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Combo (Save 5%): Westminster Abbey with Audio Guide + River Thames Sightseeing Cruise + Optional London Eye Tickets
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4.3
Rated 4.29 out of 5.0 from 25590 ratings.
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Thames River cruises are very popular in London because you get to glide under the Tower Bridge, view unique vantage points of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the Festival Hall, the Shard, Westminster Bridge, London Eye, Oxo Building, and St. Paul’s Cathedral amongst the many other iconic sights.
You can board Thames River cruises in London at the following locations: 
  • Westminster Pier
  • Embankment Pier
  • Festival Pier
  • Bankside Pier
  • Tower Bridge Quay, and
  • Greenwich Pier
There are 4 Thames River cruise options: 
  • Thames Sightseeing Cruise: Take a scenic journey along the Thames River to see the iconic attraction from unique vantage spots on sightseeing cruises in London.
  • Thames Lunch Cruises: Feast on authentic European recipes with the backdrop of London’s most recognizable landmarks with lunch cruises in London.
  • Thames Dinner Cruises: Enjoy a romantic experience with your loved one with a delicious menu under London’s night sky as you sail by the towering landmarks on dinner cruises in London
  • Thames Hop-on-hop-off River Cruises: Explore the city at your own pace using a mix of hop-on-hop-off bus tours and Thames river cruises to get across popular landmarks. 
Some of the most popular landmarks you will see while on a Thames River cruise are:
Yes, Thames dinner cruises are available during sunsets. You will be served authentic European 3-course delicacies for lunch, or a 4-course meal along with a cocktail for dinner while gazing at London's most iconic landmarks in the backdrop.
Yes, most Thames River cruises offer a glass of wine or a drink. However, most sightseeing cruises do not include drinks.
You can pick a 3-course Thames lunch cruise if you want to see the iconic sights in daylight or the 4-course 3-hour Thames Dinner cruise with a glass of cocktail under the stars for a more intimate experience.
Yes, Thames dinner cruises are available during sunsets. They usually tend to extend for longer than lunch cruises, offering a 4-course Mediterranean dinner menu along with a glass of ritzy cocktail on a luxury cruise while sailing across the shimmering lights of London's most famous attractions. You can also pick a dinner cruise with live entertainment for a more memorable experience.
The best day cruises in London are: 
The best night cruises in London are: 
  • Thames River Jazz and Dinner Cruise — Feast on a lip-smacking 3-meal course while tapping your feet to the music of a live Jazz band under the London night sky while sailing on the Thames River.
  • Bateaux London Dinner Cruise On the Thames With Live Entertainment — On a Bateaux London dinner cruise on the Thames with live entertainment enjoy live entertainment music, a five-course set menu, and London’s nightscape while savoring a luxurious dinner cruise on the River Thames.
  • Bateaux London: Dinner Cruise on River Thames — Bask on the stunning views of London’s sunset while enjoying a delicious five-course dinner menu on a Bateaux London dinner cruise on River Thames.
Summers (June-August) are considered the best time to take a Thames River Cruise. During other seasons, London's weather is usually unpredictable which leads to a high risk of cancellation of rides.
Only some sightseeing cruises include either a live tour guide or an audio guide but never both. Make sure you choose the cruise for the kind of guides you have a preference for.

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